Conceit Quote by Michael Drayton
“Thus when we fondly flatter our desires, Our best conceits do prove the greatest liars.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Vanity of Desire, 1609
He warns that flattering desires deceive, making us liars to ourselves.
In simple terms: Flattering desires cause self-deception.
Key Takeaway
Beware of self‑deception from desire.
Themes
self‑deception
desire
truth
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal ambition
- marketing promises
- political rhetoric
Key Concepts
vanity
psychology
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do desires cloud judgment?
- What truths are hidden by self‑flattery?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate rational self‑interest.
